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Course Description Course Name : Thesis Work Course Code : YLPMT-302 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 24 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. MUZAFFER YÜCEL Prof.Dr. MEHMET FARUK ALTUNKASA Prof.Dr. ZERRİN SÖĞÜT Prof.Dr. KEMAL TULÜHAN YILMAZ Prof.Dr. SÜHA BERBEROĞLU Prof.Dr. HAKAN ALPHAN Asst.Prof.Dr. BERRİN SİREL Asst.Prof.Dr. CENGİZ USLU Learning Outcomes of the Course : become skillful at obtaining and evaluating information in accordance with ethical values. Brings new approaches to applications related to the field , and gains problem-solving skills. Follows current developments in the field. Presents the progress in thesis study in written, oral and visual manner Plans working and collects data individually or as a part of team . Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Helps doing a study to access to information, setting up work, data acquisition, revision and interpretation of information in accordance with the rules of ethics about thesis study. Course Contents : Lliterature search related to master degree thesis , data collection and assessment, analysis and presentation of the results in writing and orally Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 2 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 3 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 4 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 5 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 6 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 7 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 8 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 9 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 10 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 11 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 12 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 13 Studies for Master thesis Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 14 Preparation of the report for the period of studies. Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 15 Preparation of the report for the period of studies. Browse the literature related to the thesis Face to face interview, discussion 16/17 Presentation term report about master thesis study Preparation of interim report Thesis defense.   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)   Books, articles and other publications about the thesis subject. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 14 50 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develops and increases the level of expertise in the same or different fields, using undergraduate knowledge and competency 5 2 Understands the interdisciplinary interaction related to profession. 3 3 Has advanced knowledge and understanding based on the basis of competencies gained at the undergraduate level to conduct research in the field of landscape design and landscape planning 4 4 Has critical awareness in the field of landscape planning and landscape design in terms of the nature and resources of knowledge as well as producing and testing knowledge 4 5 Has the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field. 4 6 Creates new knowledge skillfully by integrating the knowledge gained in the field of landscaping with information from different disciplines; tackles with the problems which require expertise by using scientific reseach methods 5 7 Has cognitive and practical skills which is required to gain competency in professional practice 3 8 Applies the acquired knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in new but unusual environments as well as in broader, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contexts. 3 9 Tackles with problem, develops a solution method, evaluates the results and applies when necessary. 3 10 Takes responsibility to develop new strategical approaches and to create solutions in complex and unpredictable circumstances 3 11 Evaluates information related to the field critically, directs learning and conducts advanced studies independently 3 12 Presentswritten or orally his own studies or current developments in the field to people in or out of the field using visuals 3 13 Examines social relations and the norms that direct these relations critically and develops the situation when necessary 1 14 Has a good command of a foreign language, at least at B2 level of European Language Portfolio, to communicate orally or written 1 15 Uses advanced information and communication technologies with the required level by computer softwares. 3 16 Develops strategies, policies and implementation plans related to landscape planning and landscape design and evaluates the obtained results within the framework of quality processes 2 17 Collects data about landscape planning and landscape design and makes interpretation, teaches or announces the acquired knowledge in line with social, scientific and ethical values 3 18 Uses the knowledge of landscape planning and landscape design practice and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies 3 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 16 224     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 16 224 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 14 10 140     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 608 Total Workload / 25 (h): 24.32 ECTS Credit: 24